Part-time Paraeducator: Autistic Support

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13; Gap (PA); On-site; USD 21,480 - 30,593; Part time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 is seeking a part-time paraeducator in Gap, Pennsylvania. This position involves providing instructional support in special education classrooms while working under the supervision of qualified teachers. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, with additional qualifications such as the Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators or at least two years of postsecondary study. Responsibilities include assisting students with diverse needs and ensuring their safety during instructional activities.

Qualifications

• Must provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities annually.
• Ability to lift and assist students of varying ages including those in wheelchairs.
• Must be trained in physical restraint methods as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to teacher and students in special education.
• Assist in lifting students and operating assistive appliances.
• Ensure student safety during emotional distress by following training protocols.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators

2 years of postsecondary study (min. 48 credit hours)

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Position Overview

Part-time

Schedule

5.50 Hours/Day (9:45 am-3:15 pm), Monday-Friday, 185 Days/Year

Minimum Hourly Salary

$18.90

Purpose Of Position

The paraeducators assigned to special education classes or programs provide instructional support to the teacher (instructional leader) and students and are under the general supervision of the program Supervisor of Special Education.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

Education Required: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.

Effective July 1, 2010 Also must meet one of the following four qualifications:

• Have completed the Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators through the PA Department of Education (or be willing to complete within 6 months of employment). A copy of the credential must be submitted within 30 days of hire or when received from PDE.
• Have completed at least 2 years of postsecondary study with a minimum of 48 credit hours. Copy of transcript required within 30 days of employment.
• Possess an associate degree or higher. Copy of degree or transcripts required within 30 days of employment.
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through an approved form of assessment within 6 months of employment.

Additional Requirements

As required by the PA Department of Education: Each school year, provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities related to position. Pro-ration will apply based on date of hire within the school year.

Skills Required

Verbal communication skills and the ability to follow directions.

Computer Skills

Basic skills related to data entry, internet/email usage, word processing, and spreadsheets.

Essential Physical Requirement

The strength and ability to lift and/or assist in lifting students ranging in age from pre-school to twenty-one and any assistive appliances, for example: wheelchair.

The ability to physically restrain students in emotional stress by using the Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI), Safe Crisis Management (SCM) or Quality Behavior Supports (QBS) method, depending on program need, for which training will be provided.

Must be able to contextually run/sprint after/to an eloping child and be able to help a learner off the floor should they drop to the floor under their own power.

See Position Guide for a complete list of Physical Demands.